ITALIC AWARD GALA – DECEMBER 12, 2018

 

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COST

IACC members: $150*| make your reservation via email at rsvp@iaccse.comTo process the payment please call at 305-577-9868, or send a check to Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast, 999 Brickell Avenue, ste 1002, Miami, FL, 33131

Non members: $200* | tickets available on EVENTBRITE.COM search for “Italic Award Gala” city: Miami

*Tips and Taxes included

REGISTRATION CLOSES ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30th. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT. THIS EVENT IS CURRENTLY SOLD OUT. 

Don’t wait till the deadline to purchase your ticket since space is limited and they will sell fast. 

TABLES AND SPONSORSHIP: for further information, click on the following link: https://conta.cc/2DdCCuO 


THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:

Gold:

American Airlines (www.aa.com), found in 1930 is now one of the largest airlines in the world. They take pride in providing safe, dependable and friendly air transportation to their customers, along with numerous related services.

Citco (www.citco.it) have reinterpreted the concept of luxury and modified the perception of marble. They collaborate with renowned international designers such as Norman Foster, Ferruccio Laviani and Zaha Hadid Architects.

The Extraordinary Italian Taste (www.trueitaliantaste.com) is organized by Assocamerestero with the support of 9 Italian Chambers of Commerce in Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver and Mexico City. It is a major campaign with the aim to enhance the awareness of authentic Italian food products among consumers in the USA, Canada and Mexico.

 

Silver:

7 Foods (www.7foods.us) is a fine food importer based in Miami that offers a vast selection of Italian products such as coffee, pasta & rice, sweets and many others. They have a long history with important generational players that have contributed to making Italy the most outstanding country in the world for the excellence of its produce

Brickell Flatiron (www.brickellflatiron.com) is a residential skyscraper created by the CMC Group, a fully integrated real estate development company focused on luxury residential. It was founded in 1986 by visionary developer, Ugo Colombo, currently under construction in the Brickell district of Miami, Florida. It is expected to rise over 736 feet with 64 floors.

Shutts & Bowen (www.shutts.com) is a full-service law firm that has provided leadership and high-quality legal services to businesses and individuals for over a century. With more than 290 attorneys located in eight offices in Florida, Shutts offers a full range of legal services to its clients locally, nationally and internationally.

Law offices of Ilaria Cacopardo (www.cacopardolaw.com) is dedicated solely to the practice of United States Immigration and Naturalization Law. Their philosophy is to give their clients the personal, confidential, and informed advice they deserve.

Man-Super! (www.man-super.com) is an advertising company located in Florence, Italy and also in Miami, Florida. They provide services such as social media management, printing & installation, media planning, design & production of promotional materials and many others.

Snaidero USA (www.snaidero-usa.com) has the mission to bring the best of the “Made-in-Italy” modern kitchen design to American homes and to provide the American market with the finest designs for living, created by the world’s foremost architects and designers, while maintaining the highest standards of customer service.

Water Security System (www.watersecuritysystem.com) helps homes of any size save water, prevent damage, and save money. One of their most innovative characteristics is the immediate response that corresponds to water emergencies.

Prager Metis (www.pragermetis.com) is known for their “team approach” to creating financial security for their clients, and provides a full range of accounting and tax services including forensic accounting, business and strategic planning, and litigation support.

Robert Allen Law (www.robertallenlaw.com) is a South-Florida based boutique international law firm specializing in business law, yacht law, and litigation. Their attorneys serve clients throughout the United States,  Europe and South America.

Supporting:

Urbani Truffles (www.urbani.com) is the absolute world leader in truffles, processing an annual average of 100 tons of product, and it is one of the most prestigious flags of Italy in the world. Today, the Urbani Group is proudly and effectively directed by Paolo and Bruno Urbani, direct descendant brothers of the founders.

Veritas Marketing & Distribution, Corp. (www.veritaswinemiami.com) is a wine importer and distributor based in Miami serving the Florida market. They specialize in classic vintages from select estates producing the highest quality wines.

F&B Sponsors:

Urbani Truffles (www.urbani.com) , Veritas Marketing & Distribution, Corp.(www.veritaswinemiami.comAcqua Panna and San Pellegrino (www.nestle-watersnsa.com), Gra’it (www.graitgrappa.com) and Grappa of (www.ofbonollo.com), Bio Bio Gelato (www.miamibeach.biobiogelato.com), Bufarella (www.bufarellausa.com), La Peonia (www.lapeonia.it), Panarello (www.panarello.com), Espresso Made (www.espressomade.com), Padilla Cigars (www.padillacigars.com) .

U.S. Customs and import of food products

Invitation to Seminar -Nov. 15

On November 15th at 5 pm the Consulate General of Italy and the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast will present the seminar: “Import of Italian Food products in the USA: Understanding the FDA and CBP procedures for a better compliance”.

The event will take place at the Miami Culinary Institute in Downtown Miami . Guest speakers are:

Mr. Facundo Bernal, Director, Imports branch & Division of Southeast imports, Food & Drug Administration.

and

Mr. George M. Politakis, U.S. Customs and Border Protection supervisor, Trade Operations, Miami Seaport.

The initiative is part of the program of the 3rd Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World.

Due to the limited space available, the seminar is open only to professionals in the field of Logistics and Food&Wine imports.

For Registrations , please send an e-mail with your complete contact information and mentioning the company you represent to rsvp@iaccse.com

Italian Culinary Tour – November 13, 2018

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Organized in the frame of the “Week of Italian Cuisine in the World,” the 2nd Edition of The Italian Culinary Tour will take place on Tuesday, November 13th in the Brickell area.

This is a unique event that bases itself on the concept of a mobile meal where participants can experiment a variety of tastings and wines and have the possibility to follow a true “path of taste” moving from one restaurant to another in order to explore new locations and the Italian lifestyle. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover new flavors and wine pairing while interacting with chefs, food bloggers and journalist, food experts, and restaurant owners.

The Italian Culinary Tour intents to serve as a showcase of the best of Italian food, wine, concisely all in one night through a guided tour of 4 of the most top and excellent Italian restaurants in Miami.

7 Foods, the Italian fine food importer who has partnered with this initiative will be present the evening of the event demonstrating some of their very own genuine Italian food products.

The event is designed strategically in one area -the Brickell area- so that all restaurants can be of walking distance to and from each destination. It will be about 3 hours and approximately 30 minutes at each restaurant. By the end of the tour, a 4 course dinner will have been served along with different wine pairings that each authentic restaurant chooses to offer.

The Italian Culinary Tour is framed as part of “The Extraordinary Italian Taste” program promoted by the Italian government aimed to promote genuine Italian products and authentic restaurants.

Savor the cuisine of some of the most talented Italian chefs in the heart of Miami.

The tour will present to you in order from start to finish:

  1. Toscana Divinowww.toscanadivino.com – Authentic Tuscan restaurant that offers traditional dishes alongside a unique selection of wine in an elegant setting
  1. Casa Tua Cucinawww.casatualifestyle.com– A modern dining space and heartfelt culinary session with a pizzeria, pasta station, grill station, bakery, pastry station, café and more
  1. La Centralewww.lacentralemiami.com– A premier Italian food hall and massive gastronomic emporium bringing the sights, sounds, and tastes of Italy to Miami
  1. Ciprianiwww.cipriani.com – A high-end authentic Italian restaurant dedicated to simple luxuries also known as a world renowned hospitality brand recognized for its distinguished venues and service

 

Interested in more information about last year’s 1st Edition? Click here 

For the official video of the 1st Edition: Click here

For further information please contact: rsvp@iaccse.com

European Chambers Seminar “The European contribution to Miami evolving tech scene” – October 25, 2018

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Members: free – Non Members: $20

MANDATORY REGISTRATION BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 22
Please send an email with your contact information to staff@iaccse.com

If you are not a Member, to process the payment please follow the Eventbrite link: www.eventbrite.com 

Fall Dinner Party – October 3, 2018

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The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast is glad to invite you to its Annual Fall Dinner Party on October 3 at Vista Restaurant,  welcoming the New Consul General of Italy in Miami Hon. Cristiano Musillo, and presenting White Truffle Festival and Cinema Italy Edition 2018.


7.30 pm Welcome Drink | 8.00 pm Dinner

MENU 

Truffle Creativity
Don’t miss the preview of the White Truffle Festival (www.whitetrufflefestival.com), exclusively organized for IACC members and friends: a Premium Truffle Menu performed by chefs Roberto Bearzi and Giuliano Leverone with Urbani Truffles (www.urbani.com) products and paired with Prunotto wines (www.prunotto.it )

APPETIZER
Truffle cold cuts and artisan cheeses
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Asparagus salad
(endive, avocado enoki mushroom, greens, truffle win, truffle batons)

FIRST COURSE
Truffle ravioli
shaved white truffle

MAIN COURSE
Petit filet mignon, truffle bone marrow with mashed potato
shaved white truffle

DESSERT
Assorted selection of mini pastries  

WINES
Prunotto, Roero Arneis 2014
Prunotto, Nebbiolo d’Alba “Occhetti” 2015
Prunotto, Moscati d’Asti 2017


…and the party continues with Cinema Italy! 

As attendee you will receive a complimentary Opening Night’s Pass (value $50), that includes October 5th’s Opening Movie followed by Opening Night Party at GALE Hotel Rooftop (www.cinemaitaly.com)


COSTS: 

IACC Members and COM.IT.ES: $95

The rate includes: welcome drink, 4 course menu & wine pairing, tips & taxes.

PLUS: Free $50 Value Pass for the October 5th’s Cinema Italy Opening Movie+Night Party 

ATTENTION: Space is limited. RSVP MANDATORY BY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28. Please send an email to rsvp@iaccse.com and call to process the payment at 305-577-9868. 

Non Members: $115. Please visit the Eventbrite page at www.eventbrite.com


SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS: 

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VISTALOGO

VISTA 

Vista is the new two-story restaurant located in the emerging area of Upper Buena Vista. The concept behind its cuisine is to create a flavorful twist to the traditional Italian cuisine by adding Miami local tastes and multicultural backgrounds.

www.vistamiamirestaurant.com

urbani truffles

Established in 1852 with Carlo Urbani’s exportation of fresh truffles to Carpentras France, Urbani’s reputation for excellence has since been carefully and faithfully handed from one generation to the next.
Find out more about Urbani Truffles, the leading global purveyor of fresh truffles and truffle product:
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As one of the oldest and most prominent Piedmont wineries, Prunotto has a long legacy of innovation in the Langhe region.
Since its establishment in 1904, Prunotto has lead the region in innovative winemaking, bringing the best out of the various grapes of Piedmont while continuing to stay true to its terroir and deeply rooted traditions.
WHITE TRUFFLE FESTIVAL 
The White Truffle Festival is an annual celebration of Alba white truffles, Piedmont wine, and Italian cuisine, modeled after the world famous Fiera Internazionale del Tartufo Bianco di Alba. Urbani Truffles and Prunotto have joined forces to bring this monumental event to the US for the third year in a row by working with restaurants partners to feature Piedmont wine and Alba truffle menu specials for the festival taking place November 9-18, 2018. For more info visit:
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The Italian Film Festival Inc. is a non-profit organization incorporated in the State of Florida on February 17, 2002 for the sole purpose of promoting Italian cinema and culture outside of Italy.
Don’t miss the 16th edition in Miami! Cinema Italy runs from October 5-9, 2018 at Regal Cinema in South Beach. For more info:

Note:
– Seats available until full capacity is reached
– Please prior to attend make sure to receive the reservation confirmation
– Participation will be guaranteed only after payment is received
– Cancellation and no-show: NOT REFUNDABLE

Business Luncheon with City of Miami Mayor – September 21, 2018

BUSINESS LUNCHEON

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CITY OF MIAMI MAYOR

Friday, September 21, 2018

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Meet City of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez
at the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast Business Luncheon
where we will provide an update on the City’s major projects of interest
to the Italian-American business community.
WHEN: Friday, September 21, 2018
WHERE: Cipriani – 465 Brickell Ave., Miami, FL, 33131
COST:
Italy-America Chamber Members: $85
Non Members: $115
( 3 courses menu’, beverages, taxes, tips included)
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2018
ATTENTION: Exclusive event. Only 50 seats available.
Please RSVP by sending an email to rsvp@iaccse.com (including your contact information in the registration email).
Call today to reserve your seat and process your payment at 305-577-9868.

MEET THE EXPERTS – AUGUST 28th, 2018

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The European Chambers in Miami are pleased to invite you to “Meet the Experts”.

The event will take place on August, 28th from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm at AKERMAN LLP – SE 7th street, suite 1100, Miami, FL, 33131 (Brickell City Centre).

As a collaboration with the Spanish, German, Italian, English and French chambers of commerce, we expect several international entrepreneurs to be in attendance.

This event will feature a B2B Speed Meeting format with experts in different business fields for all our entrepreneurs who want to create or improve their business. Each meeting will last exactly 10 minutes, and attendees will have the opportunity to meet different experts over a 3 hour period.

25 experts (5 from each Chamber) will assist foreign investors and entrepreneurs and will offer them professional advisory in a variety of fields such as corporate law, immigration, taxation, commercial real estate, banking and marketing.

While enjoying a fun, casual morning with breakfast kindly offered by Rosetta Bakery, attendees can sit with selected experts to ask questions, get advice, and exchange business info to keep the conversation going in the future. It’s speed-coaching and power networking!

 

Please, send your registration form to  rsvp@iaccse.com.

Find here below the registration form: 

Registration Form and Expert Selection

TICKET COST:

  • $20 for members
  • $40 for non-members

PAYMENT METHOD: Please contact the IACCSE at 305-577-9868 to process the payment with your credit card, or you can also pay by check (Remit to ITALY-AMERICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – 999 Brickell Avenue, suite 1002, Miami, FL, 33131).

In order to guarantee you the meetings with the experts of your choice, we highly recommend to indicate in the registration form approximately of 10 professionals you would like to meet. Once we receive it, we will arrange for you an appointments schedule.

A list of all the available experts is available in the second page of the Registration Form.

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JOIN THE AUTHENTIC ITALIAN TABLE! April 25th, 2018

DO NOT MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENJOY AND LEARN ABOUT TRUE ITALIAN FOOD 

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Coral Gables Country Club on Wednesday April 25th, 2018

40+ Italian Restaurants and gourmet food & wine Importers will display their products and their chefs skills with great exhibitions and tastings throughout the night.

Chefs will prepare their signature small dishes, following authentic Italian regional recipes and peculiarities.

It will be an high-end Italian food & wine festival, for 100+ industry leaders, journalists, influencers and for a selected group of 500+ foodies.

Guests will enjoy music and wine and complementary bites of the best selection of genuine Italian pasta, cheese, cold cuts, pizza and gelato.

During the event, guests will have the opportunity to participate to seminars/gourmet experiences to gain a deeper knowledge of the most important Italian ingredients.

Tickets are $38 per person and are available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-authentic-italian-table-tickets-44304736660

 

PROGRAM:
INDUSTRY SEMINARS, GRAND TASTING, PROMOTIONAL INITIATIVES, EDUCATIONAL PANELS FOR CONSUMERS
3.30 pm – 5.00 pm: PANEL “Consumption trends of authentic Italian food in Florida” (for industry only
Welcome remarks by Tommaso Cardana, President of Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast and Hon. Gloria BellelliConsul General of Italy 
Moderator:
Lyn Farmer
James Beard Award-winning wine and food writer, broadcaster and arts educator. He is the author of the Engaging the Senses blog
Panelists
Evan Benn (Editor in Chief, Indulge Magazine), “Authenticity is the new black and Italian Food is part of the trend” 
Sarah Nagel (Director- Client Development, Park Street Companies), “Italian Wine perception among millennials”
Victoria Pesce Elliot (Restaurant Critic, The Miami Herald), “How the Miami’s restaurant scene is evolving”
Alejandra Cangas (Editor, The Hungry Post), “The impact of social media on local foodies choices”
Jacopo Giustiniani (Managing Partner, La Centrale Italian Food Hall), “Food is culture and consumers are looking for an immersive experience”
 
5.00 pm: NETWORKING COCKTAIL for F&B professionals (for industry only)
 
6.00 pm: ITALIAN GRAND TASTING (open to the public)
A Gourmet experience. A feast for the senses. The best and true Italian food & wine you can find in Florida.
During the event you can participate to our Gourmet Experiences and taste and learn a lot about the traditional ingredients of Italian cuisine. 

Gourmet Experiences Program

  • 6.00 pm: “Black Truffle Festival” (for industry only)

Presented by Urbani Truffles and Grana Padano

Speakers: Vittorio Giordano (Urbani Truffle); Lou Di Palo (Di Palo Fine Foods New York); Chef Carlo Donadoni (Spuntino Catering Miami)

  • 6.30 pm: “Artisan cured meats tasting” (open to the public)

Presented by Tomson Hospitality Boutique and Toscana Divino

Speakers: Tommaso Cardana (Tomson Hospitality Boutique); Tommaso Morelato and Chef Andrea Marchesin (Toscana Divino)

  • 7.00 pm: “Italian Cheese Tasting and Jam pairing” (open to the public)

Presented by Botteghe d’Italia

Speaker: Lorenza Robicci (Botteghe d’Italia)

  • 7.30 pm: ”Genuine flavors from the Southern region of Apulia” (open to the public)

Presented by Flora Fine Foods

Speaker: John Flora (Flora Fine Foods)

  • 8.00 pm: “Italian Aperitivo and Wine Pairing” (open to the public)

Presented by Baldassare Agnelli USA and Cibo Wine Bar

Speakers: Paulina Arango (Sommelier for Cibo Wine Bar South Beach and Coral Gables)

  • 8.30 pm: “Wine Meditation” (open to the public)

Presented by Strahl and Emporium Nostrum

Speaker: Theo Von Ungern-Sternberg (Strahl); Danielle Liagi (Emporium Nostrum)

10.00 pm: CLOSING CEREMONY

 

The event is promoted by the Italian Government 
and is part of the Extraordinary Italian Taste campaign
aimed to raise awareness among North American consumers about authentic Italian products.
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For F&B Industry Professional, complimentary invitation for 2 representatives per company.

Please RSVP to rsvp@iaccse.com specifying the name, title and company of each guest by April 18th.
Please note that to benefit of the invitations, industry leaders must check-in by 5.00pm at the Coral gables Country Club.

 

GENERAL ADMISSION (6 – 10 PM). Buy your tickets on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-authentic-italian-table-tickets-44304736660. 

 

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MASTERCLASS: Innovation in Italian gastronomic culture – April, 24th 2018

MASTERCLASS

(exclusively for hospitality industry professionals)  

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Tuesday, April 24th 2018 – Miami Culinary Institute
(415 NE 2nd Ave, Miami FL 33132)  
The culinary art in Italy is evolving and chefs are experimenting new combinations
Discover unique and innovative ideas using high-quality DOP (Protected Designation of Origin) and IGP (Indication of Geographic Protection) labeled products.
If you are a chef or a hospitality industry professional, you cannot miss this masterclass.

 

PROGRAM:

3.30 pm Welcome and registration (products tasting – for industry only)

4.00 pm The exceptional diversity and versatility of Italy’s food products. An introduction to DOP and IGP labels by Federico Bolla (AICIG – Associazione Italiana Consorzi Indicazione Geografica and US representative for Consortium Parmigiano Reggiano cheese)

4.15 pm Grana Padano and Piave: two italian cheeses that American foodies love by Lou Di Palo (US representative for Consortium Grana Padano and Piave cheese)

4.35 pm Prosciutto di Parma an extraordinary flavor for any season by Francesco Lupo (US representative for Consortium Prosciutto di Parma)

4.55 pm How to use Parmigiano Reggiano in innovative ways for new surprising dishes by Federico Bolla (US representative for Consortium Parmigiano Reggiano cheese)

5.15 pm Using DOP & IGP products in pastry recipeby Rodrigo Florim (VP Sales for MEC3 USA)

5.20 pm Cooking Demonstration and Tasting by chef Leonardo La Cava (Federazione Italiana Cuochi)

6.00 pm Presentation of the 3 finalists of the authentic italian cooking competition among Miami Culinary Institute students

6.15 pm Presentation of the next initiatives of the Extraordinary Italian Taste campaign in Miami (The Authentic Italian Table and more) – closing of the Masterclass

 
Seats are limited to 50 guests, so please make sure to register in advance 
by Friday, April 20th
For registration send your contact information to: info@iaccse.com
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